Sorbitol Hexaacetate

Sorbitol hexaacetate is the fully acetylated derivative of sorbitol, a hexahydric alcohol. Perfectly matches HTS 2915.39.47.00 definition for acetates of polyhydric alcohols as saturated acetic acid esters. Pharmaceutical and polymer intermediate applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+25.0%30.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%5.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%5.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%5.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%5.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2940.00.60.00Higher: 30.8% vs 30.5%

If sugar esters other than those of heading 2937-2939

Sugar-derived polyhydric alcohol acetates potentially classifiable under Chapter 29 sugar esters heading.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 30.5%

If food/pharma additive preparations

Mixtures prepared for specific food/pharmaceutical applications containing Chapter 29 compounds.

3003.90.01Lower: Free vs 30.5%

If put up in dosage forms for medicinal use

Medicinal preparations containing organic chemicals classified Chapter 30 regardless of purity.

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Import Tips & Compliance

DMF (Drug Master File) may be required if pharmaceutical end-use declared

Melting point range (90-95°C) specification confirms full acetylation vs partial esters

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Ethylene Glycol Diacetate

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1,3-Butanediol Diacetate

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Neopentyl Glycol Diacetate

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Dipentaerythritol Pentaacetate

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Pentaerythritol Tetraacetate

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